Tender Notice for Portland Pozzolana Cement using fly Ash as per IS 1489 (Part 1) in KORBA, CHHATTISGARH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, maintaining a minimum average annual turnover of 10 Lakh INR for the last three years, and having at least 3 years of past experience in supplying similar products. Additionally, MSEs and startups may apply for exemptions from turnover and experience criteria, provided they still meet quality standards.

Bidders are required to submit various documents, including experience criteria, certificates demonstrating past performance, bidder turnover details, and OEM annual turnover. If exemptions are sought under the MSE category, supporting documents must also be included for evaluation.

To register for the tender, bidders must be registered on the GeM portal and provide the necessary company details and certifications required for bid submission as per the guidelines mentioned in the tender document.

Accepted document formats for submissions generally include PDF and any other formats explicitly allowed in the tender documents. All submitted documents should be clear and accessible.

The technical specifications require that the Portland Pozzolana Cement complies with IS 1489 (Part 1). Documentation proving compliance with these specifications will need to be attached to the bid.

The quality standards refer to compliance with IS 1489 (Part 1) and any additional specifications as outlined in the tender documents. Bidders must provide documentation that establishes adherence to these standards.

Bidders are required to comply with all outlined technical specifications, provide evidence of past performance, and meet financial criteria as specified in the tender documents.

The EMD amount is set at 20,000 INR. This deposit must be submitted as part of the bid to secure the bid's validity.

The performance bank guarantee is set at a rate of 3% of the total contract value and must be maintained for 8 months following the contract's commencement.

Payment terms will be detailed in the final contractual agreement; however, bidders are expected to outline their payment structures in their proposals, considering quality and delivery timelines.

The price evaluation considerations focus on the overall value offered in the bids, ensuring that all submissions align with the requirements while maintaining competitive pricing under the total value evaluation method.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GeM platform, following the guidelines provided in the tender documentation. Hard copies may be required for specific documents as noted in the submitted documents.

The key timelines for submission are outlined in the tender document and should be closely monitored. As of the latest update, bids should be submitted electronically by 11:00 AM on the specified closing date.

The evaluation and selection process will involve a total value-wise evaluation, where bids are assessed based on pricing, technical compliance, and past performance documented by bidders.

Bidders will be notified of the results through the GeM portal, and they may also receive communication via registered email addresses associated with their submissions.

MSEs are entitled to exemptions from certain criteria such as turnover and experience if they meet all quality and technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. This preferential treatment encourages participation from smaller enterprises.

Startups can also avail exemptions similar to MSEs regarding experience and turnover criteria, provided they comply with the quality specifications needed for the product being tendered.

This procurement process encourages local production and sourcing by supporting businesses that comply with Make in India principles, aiming to promote indigenous manufacturing in various sectors.